Crystal Energies in the 2026 Eclipses

Celestial Alignments & Crystal Energies: Your Guide to the 2026 Eclipses

The cosmic dance between the Sun, Moon, and Earth offers profound moments of reflection, release, and renewal. At Lesca Crystals, we believe these celestial events—especially eclipses—are powerful portals for energy work, meditation, and setting intentions with your crystals. The year 2026 brings us two solar and two lunar eclipses, each with its unique energy signature.

Mark your calendar and prepare your favorite stones to harness these transformative moments.

2026 Eclipse Calendar at a Glance

The 2026 Eclipses: Dates, Times & Energies

1. Annular Solar Eclipse – February 17-18, 2026

• Visibility: This eclipse will only be seen from East Antarctica, southern South America, and southern Africa. Not visible from Australia or North America.
• UTC Timing: Annularity at ~02:01 UTC on the 17th.
• Australian Timing (AEST): Annularity at ~12:01 PM AEST on the 18th.
• Type: Annular ("Ring of Fire").
• Crystal Connection: A solar eclipse marks a potent new beginning. An annular eclipse, where a ring of fire surrounds the Moon, carries a unique energy of illuminating a central truth or core purpose that may have been hidden.
• Crystals to Work With: Use high-vibration stones like Selenite to clear old energy patterns, Citrine to manifest new goals, and Labradorite to protect your aura during this spiritually intense time. Since you cannot look directly at this eclipse, hold your crystals in meditation, focusing on the "ring" of light as a metaphor for your own unwavering inner light.

2. Total Lunar Eclipse – March 3, 2026

• Visibility:
  • Visibility in Australia: Excellent visibility across the entire country. The Moon will be high in the sky during the dramatic totality phase.
  • Northern hemisphere: Best viewed from central and western North America.
• Peak (Totality):
  • 6:04 – 7:03 A.M. EST
• Australian Eastern Timing (AEST): 7:44 PM to 1:23 AM
  • Totality: 9:04 PM - 10:03 PM AEST).
• Type: Total ("Blood Moon").
• Crystal Connection: A total lunar eclipse is a powerful climax and release point. As the Earth's shadow turns the Moon a deep coppery-red, it’s time to let go of what no longer serves you. This "Blood Moon" energy is deeply emotional, intuitive, and perfect for shadow work.
• Crystals to Work With: Harness the releasing energy with Black Obsidian for grounding and protection, Moonstone to connect with your intuition, and Red Jasper for stability and courage during emotional cleansing. Place them under the eclipse's light or hold them during meditation.

While only one eclipse is visible in Australian skies this year, each provides a powerful moment to pause and work with your crystals. We encourage you to mark the evening of March 4th in your calendar for a truly powerful cosmic connection.

3. Total Solar Eclipse – August 12, 2026

• Visibility: Path of totality over the Arctic, Greenland, Iceland, Spain. Partial eclipse visible in Canada and the northern U.S.. Remember: Never look directly at the Sun without protection.
• Timing: 11:34 A.M. – 3:57 P.M. EDT
• Type: Total
• Crystal Connection: This is the year's most dramatic celestial event—a moment of profound darkness and sudden rebirth. Total solar eclipses are infamous for bringing sudden shifts, revelations, and accelerated change. It's a time to plant seeds for a new life chapter.
• Crystals to Work With: Sunstone aligns with solar energy for confidence and leadership. Clear Quartz can amplify your most powerful intentions. Fluorite provides mental clarity amid the chaos of change.

4. Partial Lunar Eclipse – August 27-28, 2026

• Visibility: North America

• Australian Eastern Timing (AEST): 11:22 AM to 5:03 PM AEST on Thursday, 27 August.

• Timing: 9:22 P.M. EDT, Aug. 27 – 3:03 A.M. EDT, Aug. 28

• Type: Partial

• Crystal Connection: A partial lunar eclipse suggests a time of adjustment and rebalancing. Not all is revealed or released at once; it's a gentle nudge to correct course and find equilibrium in specific areas of life. It’s a subtle but effective time for course correction.

• Crystals to Work With: Rose Quartz encourages emotional balance and self-love. Amazonite helps communicate your truths calmly, and Celestite connects you to gentle, angelic guidance for peaceful resolution.

How to Work with Crystals During Eclipses

• Cleanse in Advance: Purify your crystals (using smoke, sound, or moonlight) a day or two before the eclipse to prepare them as clear vessels for energy work.
• Set Clear Intentions: Hold your chosen crystals during the eclipse (or in meditation focused on the event). Be specific about what you wish to release (lunar eclipse) or invite (solar eclipse).
• Moon Bath: For lunar eclipses, place your crystals where they can bask in the Moon's transformed light to absorb its potent releasing energy.
• Post-Eclipse Care: After the eclipse, cleanse your crystals again to clear them of any heavy energies they may have absorbed on your behalf.

A Note on Safety: Enjoy lunar eclipses freely with the naked eye. For all solar eclipses, even partial ones, you must use proper ISO-certified eclipse glasses to protect your vision.

We invite you to use this guide to journey through 2026’s cosmic milestones with intention. Which crystals will you be working with? Share your plans and experiences with our community by tagging @LescaCrystals.

May your path be illuminated by both celestial light and inner clarity.